Job Vacancies at Niyya Food & Drinks Company Limited

Location: Doka, Kaduna

Department: Engineering

Job Description

• This role demands the highest levels of technical ability and diagnostic skills. It will be responsible for meeting demand/production targets while maintaining the highest levels of quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems
• Adhere to safety standards all the time
• Assist in performing analysis on all projects
• Undertake emergency troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment to determine problems associated with the machines
• Assist in the maintenance of equipment so as to ensure that equipment and processes run very smoothly
• Provide technical assistance and support regarding all projects, installations, and repairs
• Ensure the use of a digital dashboard for thorough analysis and fault reviews
• Conduct investigations; recommend changes and upgrades to equipment
• Upgrade hardware and software for improved process control
• Communicate findings, upgrades, and troubleshooting to colleagues and management
• Prepare periodic reports on the progress made concerning faulty machines, errors, and processes
• Ensure the calibration of all machines and maintenance after calibration
• Provide regular system operation training on automated systems
• Take care of installation, maintenance, and inspection of control systems and workstation installations at the facility
• Assist in the specification, installation, and modifications of the systems.

Job Requirements (Qualification & Skills)

• OND / HND in Electrical Engineering / Electronics or City & Guild or it's equivalent
• Good knowledge of Engineering/Utility Equipment, Factory Machines, compressors, boilers, pumps, electrical or mechanical installations, etc.
• 2 - 4 years in FMCG with relevant experience in the Juice & Dairy processing industry
• A Proactive Team Player with good communication & IT skill
• Good knowledge and understanding of environmental, health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards is an added advantage.
• For this role, the successful candidate must be quick to learn and be a team player, as he will be expected to participate and contribute to the overall success of the team.

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Locations: Ilorin, Kwara - 2 and Lagos - 1
Slot: 3 Openings
Department: Sales

Job Description

• This position is a member of the sales team, which has responsibility for business opportunities by identifying and evaluating the position in the Company as well as researching and analysing sales options.
• The role places first emphasis on delivering quality volume plus new outlets, building distribution by increase coverage, drive the supply chain management at the distributors end, deliver the capability agenda and embed positive attitude to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Services existing accounts, obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to call on existing or potential sales outlets.
• Focuses sales efforts by studying existing and potential volume of dealers.
• Submits orders by referring to price lists and product literature.
• Keeps management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports (DRAR), weekly work plans, and monthly and annual territory analyses.
• Monitors competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, merchandising techniques, etc.
• Recommends changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments.
• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; preparing reports; making recommendations to management.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Provides historical records by maintaining records on area and customer sales.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Monitors redistribution effectiveness and efficiencies of Distributors.
• Assist distributors to shore up secondary sales.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects; recommending solutions.

Knowledge / Skills & Experience

• Business Degree, HND, or ND in Business Administration / Marketing, Economics or related field.
• A minimum of at least 3 - 4 years’ experience for Degree/HND holders and 5 – 10 years’ experience for candidates with ND from Food & Drinks Company or any from FMCG category
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• IT Skills
• Excellent Computer skills will be an added advantage
• Good presentation skills
• Self-motivated and a Team player
• Should have held position of Sales Executive/Representative in similar organization will be an added advantage
• Possess clear understanding of the above market frame work, route to market new way of working
• Good understanding of Supply Chain Services & Finance
• Understanding of Sales Research tools and information analysis
• Ability to engage with high level internal & external partners’ stakeholders (Customers, Agencies, Government Officials and Suppliers)
• For this role, the successful candidate must be quick to learn and be a team player, as he/she will be expected to participate and contribute to the overall success of the team.

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Location: Doka, Kaduna

Job Description

• The role player will manage the day-to-day operation of the spare parts store that involves activities such as compiling information, records, inventory, purchasing, receiving, issuing of materials, spare parts, equipment, and services.
• He will ensure that machinery spare parts and fuel, critical to supporting production is available on time.
• He is to assist and support the Engineering Team to procure machinery spares efficiently/minimize inventory holdings, stock wastage/loss, and obsolescence risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock inventory management according to the limits set in company plans by establishing Min-Max
• Ensure that spares are available as at when due and manage stock inventory as required.
• No disruption to production due to stock out of machinery spares.
• Requisitions are reconciled & filed every week
• Minimized financial loss arising from stock loss/damage.
• Improved availability and reliability so as to minimize cost.
• Management of data integrity by monitoring utility consumption
• All requisitions raised as required be treated without delays.
• Support communications strategy in Engineering.
• Create initiatives to improve Spare Parts Store performance.
• Communicate with local and foreign vendors/suppliers for the purchase and delivery of materials, parts, and services.
• Receives and raises Goods Receipt Note (GRN) on ERP for all inbound materials and services into Operations (Manufacturing and Supply Chain).
• Check and collate all relevant documents in relation to the receipt of materials and services (both local and imported).
• Transmission of all necessary receipt documents to Accounts Payable for payment process.
• Work in synergy with end-user departments to ensure that supplied item(s)/services are in accordance with accompanying PO thereby delivering expected results in the Materials/Services receipt process.
• Work in synergy with Procurement and Finance teams so that documents required for the processing of payment of goods and services are complete and transmitted to AP for payment OTIF thereby delivering expected results in supplier payment process improvement.
• Work in conjunction with the Finance department to ensure timely despatch of documents relating to supplier payment
• Ensure compliance to tracking process from receipt of goods and services to transmission of documents to Finance.
• Apply company safety rules and regulations, suggest safety improvement in workplace/PPE’s & also perform workplace housekeeping and improve GHK results.

Job Requirements (Qualification & Skills)

• OND / B.Eng. / HND in Mechanical Engineering
• 3 - 4 years in FMCG with relevant experience as a Storekeeper or Stockroom in Juice & Dairy Processing Plant
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong team & Leadership working skills
• IT Skills in Microsoft - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP
• Continuous Process Improvement and implementation skills.
• Awareness of consumer and societal expectations, competition activities, market expectations, and strategic business imperatives will be an added advantage.
• For this role, the successful candidate must be quick to learn and be a team player, as he will be expected to participate and contribute to the overall success of the team.

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This role reports to: The Head of Internal Audit / Risk Management

Job Description

• We are looking to hire an objective Internal Audit Officer, to add value and improve the Company’s operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
• The role player will be responsible for acting as consultant, applying a systematic methodology to his work.
• He must be a critical thinker with a keen interest in improving the internal control structure with remarkable presentation and report writing with incredible business acumen.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulate internal audit scope and follow-up to support annual plans
• Obtain,analyseand evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Support the implementation of best audit and business practices in line with applicable internal audit statements.
• Document process and prepare audit findings
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Follow-up the implementation and maintenance of internal audit policies and procedures in accordance with local and international best practice.
• Manage resources and audit assignments.
• Identify and reduce all business and financial risks through effective implementation and monitoring of controls.
• Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks.
• Ensure complete, accurate and timely audit information is reported to Management and/or Risk Committees.
• Evaluating the company's compliance program
• Performing an analysis on how the company will perform in the case of business interruption
• Providing continued education and advice to different business units and teams regarding compliance and risk assessment.

Job Requirements (Qualification & Skills/Experience)

• B.Sc or HND in Accounting (Internal Auditing, Financial Accounting or Financial Management)
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in Internal Audit Environment or FMCG
• Proficiency in relevant and accounting software i.e. (ERP & SAP etc.)/IT Skills (Advanced Excel)
• Sound independent judgement
• Strong mathematical knowledge/Auditing principles and practices/understanding of applicable Local, State and Federal Tax compliances.
• Good communication and analytical skills;
• Ability to engage with high level internal & external partners’ stakeholders
• Self-motivated and a Team player
• For this role, the successful candidate must be quick to learn and be a team player, as he will be expected to participate and contribute to the overall success of the team.

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This role reports to: The Receivable Accountant

Job Description

• The role player will be responsible for tracking and managing the Company’s Payroll Data, Remitting Payroll Taxes, preparing monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll statements.
• He will be required to track employee work hours, prepare compensation cheques, calculate bonuses and allowance, respond to employee questions about wages and deductions and comply with government regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and ensure activities of payroll transactions are processed efficiently
• Entering new employee data into the company database.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Familiarity with state labour laws.
• Manage payroll workload to meet operational requirements by collecting, calculating and entering data in order to maintain and update payroll information.
• Compile summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, and non-taxable wages and report on it and also administer benefit plans and workers compensation payments and pensions.
• Oversee compliance with statutory reporting and filing requirements
• Compile data from payroll sources while scheduling electronic payments and handing out pay cheques.
• Prepare relevant weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports
• Monitor the accurate processing of staff appointments, transfers, promotions and terminations
• Prepare and review payroll account reconciliations
• Maintain accurate account balances
• Ensure the maintenance of current employee data systems
• Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements
• Support all internal and external audits related to payroll
• Process payroll checks for non-management, management and Executive Staff
• Compliant to new legislation impacting payroll
• Manage and resolve issues relating to payroll production
• Performance manage and develop payroll staff.

Job Requirements (Qualification & Skills / Experience)

• B.Sc or HND Accounting, Human Resources, or similar field
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in FMCG Company
• Proficiency in relevant and accounting software i.e. (ERP & SAP etc)/IT Skills (Advanced Excel)
• Previous Experience working as a Payroll Officer
• Certified Payroll Professional designate will be an added advantage
• Strong mathematical knowledge/Accounting principles and practices/understanding of applicable Local, State and Federal compliances and Labour laws
• Good communication and negotiation skills;
• Ability to engage with high level internal & external partners’ stakeholders
• Self-motivated and a Team player.
• For this role, the successful candidate must be quick to learn and be a team player, as he will be expected to participate and contribute to the overall success of the team.